PBBM appoints Larry Gadon as Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation
LARRY GADON – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed the controversial lawyer as the Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation in order to address the issue of poverty.
Lorenzo “Larry” Gacilo Gadon is a lawyer and former senatorial candidate. He gained social media attention for his use of vulgar language and strong stance against liberals and communists. Despite running for a senatorial seat in 2016, 2019, and 2022 elections, he was unsuccessful each time.
Gadon is a supporter of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Throughout his career, Gadon has been involved in various controversies, including disbarment cases for inappropriate behavior during a protest, a suspension for offensive language, and disregarding COVID-19 safety protocols.
On Monday, June 26, 2023, he was appointed by President Bongbong Marcos as Presidential Adviser on Poverty Alleviation. The appointment of Gadon was announced by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Monday, June 26.
Gadon has been controversial due to his combative stance on certain issues and his criticism of some politicians in the country.
Gadon’s mandate will involve coordinating and collaborating with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and stakeholders to formulate comprehensive programs that address the root causes of poverty in the country.
The Malacañang Palace believes that the lawyer’s extensive knowledge will be beneficial not only in legal aspects but also in the fields of manufacturing, information technology, healthcare, realty development, and others, in developing strategies to tackle the problem of poverty.
Following his appoint, Larry Gadon took to the social networking site, Facebook wherein he thanked the president. “Maraming salamat mahal na Pangulo Ferdinand Marcos Jr , sa pagtitiwala. Nangangako ako na sisikapin ko ang lahat na magagawa upang magampanan ko ang pagpapatupad sa mga programa ninyo para sa pag ahon sa kahirapan ng ating mga kababayan,” he noted.
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